- 1. What is the most common species of almond tree cultivated?
A) Amygdalus communis
B) Prunus dulcis
C) Prunus armeniaca
D) Prunus persica
- 2. Almond trees are best classified botanically as what type of fruit?
A) Pome
B) Berry
C) Drupe
D) Aggregate fruit
- 3. What type of climate is most suitable for almond tree growth?
A) Arctic
B) Tropical
C) Mediterranean
D) Equatorial
- 4. During which season do almond trees typically bloom?
A) Autumn
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Early Spring
- 5. What is a key characteristic of Nonpareil almond trees?
A) Hard shell
B) Very small kernel
C) Soft shell
D) Paper shell
- 6. What is the typical lifespan of a commercially viable almond tree?
A) 50-75 years
B) 100+ years
C) 5-10 years
D) 20-25 years
- 7. Which of these is NOT a common almond cultivar?
A) Carmel
B) Monterey
C) Butte
D) Granny Smith
- 8. What is a common pollinator for almond trees?
A) Wind
B) Butterfly
C) Hummingbird
D) Honeybee
- 9. What is the general height range of a mature almond tree?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 30-50 feet
C) 50-75 feet
D) 15-30 feet
- 10. What shape are almond leaves typically?
A) Cordate
B) Palmate
C) Ovate
D) Lanceolate
- 11. The outer hull of the almond fruit does what as the fruit matures?
A) Splits open
B) Remains attached
C) Falls off whole
D) Becomes harder
- 12. Which of the following is a common disease affecting almond trees?
A) Rust
B) Brown rot
C) Black spot
D) Powdery mildew
- 13. What is the purpose of 'cross-pollination' in almond orchards?
A) Increase tree height
B) Reduce water needs
C) Decrease pest susceptibility
D) Improve nut set
- 14. What color are almond blossoms typically?
A) Purple
B) Red
C) Pink or White
D) Yellow
- 15. Which nutrient is crucial for almond tree growth and nut development?
A) Chlorine
B) Sodium
C) Calcium
D) Nitrogen
- 16. What is the term for removing dead or diseased branches from an almond tree?
A) Pruning
B) Grafting
C) Mulching
D) Fertilizing
- 17. What is the primary factor differentiating almond varieties?
A) Bark Color
B) Root Depth
C) Nut Characteristics
D) Leaf Shape
- 18. What is the name of the process where a section of one tree is attached to another?
A) Pollination
B) Grafting
C) Budding
D) Cloning
- 19. At what age do almond trees usually begin to produce a substantial crop?
A) 1-2 years
B) 10+ years
C) 3-5 years
D) 6-8 years
- 20. Which continent is the largest producer of almonds?
A) Asia
B) North America
C) South America
D) Europe
- 21. What part of the almond fruit is the edible portion?
A) The stem
B) The hull
C) The shell
D) The seed
- 22. What is a key indicator of an almond tree lacking sufficient water?
A) Faster growth rate
B) Increased blossom production
C) Leaf wilting
D) Thicker bark
- 23. What is the name of the almond variety known for its late bloom time?
A) Nonpareil
B) Fritz
C) Carmel
D) Butte
- 24. Which pest is particularly damaging to almond crops?
A) Navel Orangeworm
B) Aphids
C) Spider mites
D) Whiteflies
- 25. What type of soil is generally best suited for almond tree cultivation?
A) Heavy clay
B) Well-drained loam
C) Silty soil
D) Sandy soil
- 26. How can you identify a young almond tree sapling?
A) Thick branches
B) Smooth bark
C) Rough bark
D) Presence of almonds
- 27. What is the purpose of hulling almonds after harvest?
A) Sort by size
B) Crack the shells
C) Dry the almonds
D) Remove the outer layer
- 28. Why is proper spacing between almond trees important in an orchard?
A) Reduced water usage
B) Faster growth rate
C) Light and air circulation
D) Easier pest control
- 29. What is a potential consequence of over-fertilizing almond trees?
A) Earlier blooming
B) Salt buildup
C) Stronger branches
D) Increased yield
- 30. Which characteristic is used to categorize almonds for market purposes?
A) Bark texture
B) Leaf color
C) Tree height
D) Size
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